White broth – Verbascum thapsiforme

White broth is a popular rural plant, used since ancient times. In powder form, it offers a practical alternative for quick use or for making natural products (masks, instant herbal teas). Its fine texture allows for better consistency in traditional formulas.

Description

Fine powder of pale yellow to light beige color, obtained by grinding the dried flowering tops. Light texture, slightly fibrous, characteristic sweet odor.

Nomenclature

• Common names: White broth, mullein, Our Lady's candle
• Latin name: Verbascum thapsiforme
• Family: Scrophulariaceae
• Part used: Flowering top
• Form: Powder
• Origin: Europe, temperate Asia
• English name: Mullein tops powder
• German name: Wollkraut Pulver
• Name in Spanish: Polvo de gordolobo
• Name in Italian: Polvere di verbasco
• Name in Arabic: مسحوق نبات البوصير (Masḥūq al-Busayr)

Main virtues

Traditionally appreciated for its soothing benefits on the respiratory tract, white broth powder is easily incorporated into well-being mixtures or in treatments for delicate skin.

Main constituents

Mucilages, flavonoids, iridoids, saponins, tannins, traces of essential oils.

Use and dosage

• Infusion: 1/2 teaspoon of powder for 250 ml of hot water, filter well before consumption.
• Capsules: according to dosage defined by a professional.
• Poultice: Mixed with warm water for a gentle, soothing paste.

Precautions, side effects and contraindications

• Finely filter if used as a beverage, to avoid fibrous residue.
• Do not inhale the powder directly (risk of irritation).
• Avoid if allergic to Scrophulariaceae.

History and origin

White broth has been used for centuries in traditional European medicine. In powder form, it has established itself as a versatile ingredient in both alternative herbal medicine and natural cosmetics.

Miscellaneous information

• Storage: dry, away from light and humidity.
• Packaging: opaque bag, airtight jar or metal box.
• Appearance: light yellow, homogeneous powder.
• Smell: sweet, vegetal, slightly sweet.

Sources and references

• Pl@ntUse – https://uses.plantnet-project.org
• European Corpus of Medicinal Plants
• Traditional herbal medicine references
• Popular flora and ancient botanical uses

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